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Two baked potatoes on plate topped with sour cream and chopped chives.
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5 from 98 votes

Air Fryer Baked Potato

Learn how to make air fryer baked potatoes with perfectly crispy skin with a soft and pillowy inside. Air fryer baked potatoes are easy to make!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Side, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2
Author: Yumna Jawad

Ingredients

  • 2 medium russet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt plus more to taste
  • Sour cream for topping
  • Chives for topping

Instructions

  • Scrub the potatoes under running water and dry with a paper towel.
  • Use a fork to poke the potatoes all over. Rub with the olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
  • Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket and air fry at 400°F for 40-50 minutes, depending on the size, flipping halfway through. Use a knife to poke the potato and check for doneness.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice the potatoes lengthwise down the center without cutting all the way down. Gently pinch the sides of the potatoes to open and add toppings of choice.

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Notes

Tip: Use potatoes of similar size for even cooking. 

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 592mg | Potassium: 890mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 24IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 2mg

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